COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — Olympic canoe and kayak coaches were intrigued by Athlete No. After seeing his performance in speed, agility and endurance tests, they asked him to get on a specialized rowing machine and try to maneuver a high-tech kayak in the Olympic training pool. Fabian Griffith, did not know how to kayak or canoe. Still, he gamely strapped on a life vest and jumped in. They had also agreed to be on television for a program that will air on NBCSN and NBC on Nov. 24 and 25.

Source: New York Times August 20, 2018 15:45 UTC